Interior design and styling, homewares, furniture, home appliances and the personalities behind them
Perched atop a hill with enviable waterfront views, Sydney home ‘Highcliff’ was originally built in 1904 but underwent an extensive renovation recently after it was purchased by Sean and Shelley Anderson in 2015. “The position of the house was stunning, but the existing building was quite traditional in its appearance and layout. I wanted a modern …
Nestled in inner bayside Melbourne, this recently renovated Victorian cottage now features a discreet double level extension at the rear and lots of clever joinery and small-space design solutions befitting its petite size. “This little single fronted home was bursting at the seams and in much need of an overhaul and complete reconfiguration. …
Built in the early 1900’s and located in Sydney’s Kirribilli with sweeping harbour views, this federation home was renovated recently, and the result is unique, contemporary and light-filled whilst remaining sympathetic to the home’s heritage – certainly no mean feat! Located on a sloping site in a heritage conservation area (where …
It’s no secret that we’re rather addicted to ‘before and afters’ around here but today’s is pretty impressive, even by our lofty standards. Located in Victoria’s Mt Eliza, the original kitchen was a cramped and dated 1970’s ‘mission brown’ delight before Kinsman Kitchens stepped in to create a bright, spacious and unrecognisable (in a good way!) …
“I gravitate to de-saturated and muted hues that are subtle yet lively – a natural palette brought to life by a splash of colour. I aim to achieve a balance between homely and liveable, fresh and stylish,” says Homeroom Studio interior designer Romy Dankner in what could be a summation of her latest project; a gorgeous family home renovation in the …
“At around 14 years old it’s only a relatively young house with good bones and lots of potential. There was certainly nothing offensive about it though there wasn’t anything special either. It just looked like any other slightly dated, somewhat neglected house in the neighbourhood – particularly the one right next door which happened to have the …
Retaining the existing front curved section of the home, this inner-Melbourne family house underwent a full renovation and extension recently courtesy of a wonderfully synergistic collaboration between an architect and interior designer. “Our clients were captivated by this unique home when they were looking to move closer to family – with a …
A literal step back in time, this 1970’s blonde brick and tile home remained entirely untouched until interior designer Heather Gampe of Oak and Orange transformed it with her builder husband. “The home was in completely original condition. In fact, the same owner had lived in it since it was built,” says Heather who renovated the home within a …
Located in a heritage overlay precinct within the Melbourne Bayside suburb of Hampton, this weatherboard Californian Bungalow was overhauled recently by the talented team at Bask Interiors. “We were restricted as to how the outside of the home could look from the street but ultimately the house was completely gutted,” says interior decorator …
When Sunday Collector stylist Briar Stanley spotted this 1960’s brick and tile home on Sydney’s Northern Beaches she saw its potential and put an offer in immediately. Recognising the home had great bones and a workable layout, Briar imagined opening up the spaces and updating the finishes, a process that ensued about a year later. “The …
